At the Alfred Education Group, we strive to ensure a comfortable educational experience in Latvia for international students from start to finish. Through the years of our work with students and universities, we have developed 6 steps for a fast and easy admission process. If you have any questions or encounter any issues, feel free to reach out to us via email or phone at any time. 

Step 1. Apply Online

If you have already chosen the University and faculty of your dreams, the information about the tuition fees is clear to you, and you are willing to study in Latvia —  you can easily apply online by filling in the application form on our website. 

Step 2. Send Documents

To start your admission process, you need to send us the following documents:

• Passport/ID Card;
• School Certificate or Bachelor’s degree certificate (for PG students);
• Apostille (in case your country is a member of Hague convention https://www.hagueapostille.co.uk/hague-members);
• Or legalisation of the school diploma and transcript in the consulate of the country they are applying for;
• English Language Certificate;
• Letters of Recommendation (required by several universities);
• Letter of Motivation (required by several universities). 

Step 3. Pass The Interview

Latvian universities require international students to pass interviews as part of the admission process. Depending on the university you choose, you may either participate in a live online interview or submit a pre-recorded interview. The interview process allows the university to assess your qualifications, motivation, and suitability for the program. It is an important step to ensure that you meet the academic and language requirements necessary for successful study in Latvia. Prepare thoroughly to make a strong impression. Additionally, some universities may require you to pass the entrance test. Note that this step may be unnecessary for some universities! 

Step 4. Get an Invitation Letter

To receive an Invitation Letter from the Latvian university, students will first be provided with a Pre-acceptance Letter with instructions for paying the admission fee ( required by several universities). The applicant’s documents are submitted to the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia, enabling the issuance of a letter of information and an invoice for the payment of first-year tuition fees. First-year students must pay the tuition fees in full to obtain the Invitation Letter. Once the tuition fee is fully paid, the Invitation Letter will be issued. 

There is a list of documents to be sent in order to obtain an Invitation Letter: 

• Receipt confirming payment for the Invitation Letter;
• Copy of your international passport (valid for at least two years);
• Receipt confirming first-year tuition fee payment;
• Copy of your school certificate, including marks.

Available payment methods include bank transfer, Western Union, and MoneyGram. Ensure all documents are clearly legible, scanned properly, and double-checked before sending! 

Invitations typically take 7-10 working days to be confirmed in Latvia.

Step 5. Obtain a VISA

Non-EU/EEA citizens need a Visa to enter Latvia! 

After getting an Invitation Letter you will have to contact the Latvian Embassy in your country. To get your VISA approved you will have to prepare the following documents: 

• The Long-stay Latvia visa application form; 
• Passport-size photos; 
• Valid Travel Document/Passport/ID; 
• Acceptance Letter from a Latvian university. The letter should also state the length of your studies. The Acceptance Letter is issued by Alfred Education Group; 
• Reservation of Flight Ticket; 
• Valid Travel Insurance; 
• Payment of Visa Fee. 

Step 6. Arrive in Latvia

Alfred Education Group notifies the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs of Latvia about your arrival with an official letter so please be sure to notify us in advance about your arrival in Latvia! At passport control, the Border Service officer will verify if the official representative from Alfred Education Group mentioned in your letter is there to meet you. During border control, you will be asked to provide details about the university you are attending, the faculty you’ve enrolled in, and who is picking you up at the airport. 

Please note! If you fail to inform us of your arrival in Latvia in advance, you will be deported back to your home country.